Florida will be without five players for the Allstate Sugar Bowl next Wednesday, three of whom will leave the school and two who are injured. Junior linebacker Jelani Jenkins (foot) and sophomore offensive lineman Ian Siblerman (shoulder) underwent surgical procedures and will not play against Louisville in the Sugar Bowl.

Gators Coach Will Muschamp also announced upon arrival Wednesday in New Orleans that sophomore safety De’Ante Saunders and junior offensive tackle Matt Patchan will transfer. Earlier this month, freshman defensive back Willie Bailey announced he was transferring.

“Matt Patchan and Pop Saunders are both transferring,’’ Muschamp said. “Really appreciate their time at Florida and we wish them the best.’’

Jenkins appears to be the biggest loss. He played in nine games this season before the injury, recording 29 tackles, 19 unassisted, two sacks and intercepting a pass.

Saunders recorded 18 tackles in eight games this season with four pass breakups and an interception.